Name: Kashmir pure silk
Brand: Rugvista
SKU: MSG17
Availability: OutOfStock
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Kashmir Pure Silk - A Touch of Refined Elegance

This one-of-a-kind Kashmir silk rug showcases delicate floral artistry and a luminous pile, offering a sophisticated centrepiece for your home that will never be replicated.

Experience the exceptional softness and luminous sheen of this Kashmir silk rug, a piece that brings a sense of refined calm to any room. With its intricate floral design and balanced palette, it serves as a sophisticated focal point that elevates your interior with its natural, light-reflecting qualities.

Because each rug is truly one of a kind, you are acquiring a singular work of art that exists nowhere else in the world. This means that the specific arrangement of motifs and the subtle interplay of colours in this piece will never be recreated, making it a unique addition to your personal collection.

The dense construction of this rug ensures a comfortable and tactile experience underfoot, providing warmth and a quiet luxury that only genuine silk can offer. It is a durable choice for areas of the home where you want to emphasise comfort and high-end aesthetics.

Originating from the renowned weaving traditions of India, this rug embodies a heritage of skill and attention to detail. Owning such a piece connects your living space to a long-standing tradition of beauty, ensuring that your home reflects a commitment to quality and artistic integrity.

Kashmir silk rugs are celebrated globally for their roots in the historic region of Kashmir, nestled in the Himalayas. This region has long been a crossroads of artistic traditions, blending influences from Central Asian and Middle Eastern weaving cultures to create a style that is uniquely its own.

The term Kashmir silk refers to a specific tradition of using fine, high-quality silk threads to create rugs that are prized for their softness and ability to hold vibrant colours. The use of such refined materials allows for a level of detail in the design that is rarely achieved with other fibres, resulting in a surface that feels like a tapestry underfoot.

Design-wise, these rugs are famous for their ornate floral patterns, often inspired by the natural beauty of the Kashmir valley. You will frequently see motifs such as the paisley, or boteh, alongside intricate vine scrolls and central medallions, all framed by elegant borders that create a sense of harmony and completeness.

Collecting a Kashmir silk rug is an investment in a storied craft that has been passed down through generations. These pieces are valued not just for their visual appeal but for the immense skill required to produce them, making them a centrepiece of heritage and human achievement in any home.

This rug is meticulously hand-knotted, a process that requires immense patience and precision from skilled artisans. By placing each knot individually by hand, the weavers achieve a level of detail and structural integrity that simply cannot be replicated by machines.

With a density of 490,000 knots per m2, the creation of this 98 x 70 cm piece represents hundreds of hours of dedicated labour. This high knot count is essential for achieving the sharp, clear definition of the floral patterns and the dense, resilient pile that defines its premium character.

The substantial 2.1 kg weight of this rug is a testament to the high volume of material used and the tightness of the weave. This density ensures that the rug maintains its shape and beauty over time, providing a solid, high-quality foundation that reflects the depth of effort invested in its creation.

Cotton

Cotton is a natural material that makes them a suitable option for people with allergies. The material is soft, durable and resilient, which makes them practical and comfortable for high-traffic areas such as the hallway, kitchen, and bathroom.

Silk

Silk is an exclusive natural fibre that provides a soft and shiny feeling to rugs. The material can also be used to enhance details in wool rugs and in some, silk can make up the entire pile and sometimes even the warp. Elegant rugs with rich details can only be made with silk because other fibres are too thick for this purpose. Silk is a durable and hard-wearing fibre that lasts a long time and becomes more beautiful over time. Due to its sensitivity to liquids, it is advisable to refrain from positioning the rug in areas where there is a high likelihood of moisture or potential spills.

UsageIndoor

RoomBedroom,Dining area,Hallway,Living room

Size70 x 98 cm,Small

Thickness8 mm

MaterialCotton,Silk

WarpCotton

PileSilk

Weight2.1 kg

AgeContemporary 0-20 years (not used)

ColorBrown,Beige,Orange

ShapeRectangular

PatternMedallion

CategoryOrientalKashmir silk

ManufacturingHand knotted

Knot density450,000 - 550,000 knots per m²

OriginIndia

Carpet IDMSG17

Importer

Rugvista AB

Lodgatan 11

211 24 Malmö

Sweden

Kashmir Pure Silk - A Touch of Refined Elegance

This one-of-a-kind Kashmir silk rug showcases delicate floral artistry and a luminous pile, offering a sophisticated centrepiece for your home that will never be replicated.